Court ruling paves way for new no-take areas, commercial fishing ban
Landmark court decision effectively creates a new marine reserve in Northland.
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Primary care headache: Around 11,000 Northlanders without a GP
Enrolling with a GP continues to be an uphill battle for many Northlanders.
Sir Hekenukumai Busby’s legacy lives on at Kupe Waka Centre
Hek's dream comes to life in the Far North.
Teacher named as man who imported child sexual abuse images
Images Included many from the worst possible category.
Whangārei homicide investigation leads police to firearms and drugs
Four arrests, drugs and firearms seized in Whangārei homicide inquiry
'The criminals are winning': Community patrols to help police quash crime
The patrols are in response to concerns about crime in the Far North.
Whangārei motorcyclist killed by truck driver's overtaking was much-loved family member, court hears
Road worker who killed Whangārei motorcyclist gets community detention and community work.
Train derailed after collision with truck
A train and truck have collided at Port Whangārei.
Pierced by a speargun: Is it time to introduce a spearfishing licence?
The case of a Kiwi man's speargun injury has highlighted the popular sport's risk.
Man airlifted to hospital after stabbing in Paihia
The Advocate understands the man has been airlifted to Whangārei Hospital.
Man killed while sandboarding ignored order not to go down dunes, court hears
Northland company on trial after Korean tourist dies at Northalnd's Te Paki sand dunes
Company on trial over Te Paki sand dune death
Sand Safaris 2014 Ltd is facing charges laid by WorkSafe.
Our outdated work week: Why the promise of four days is so enticing
Academics say we're working in an outdated system with aged stereotypes.
Northland extras wanted for Jason Momoa's 'epic' new TV series
Casting agent overwhelmed by response to call for extras in 'epic' historical drama.
Two injured after serious crash on State Highway 10 in the Far North
Police responded to the crash near Thompson Place in Cable Bay just before 7pm
TV sergeant joins forces with Northland police to recover stolen property
Actor Neill Rea, from The Brokenwood Mysteries, helped police track down his stolen kayak.
How you can help someone as they fight through an eating disorder
This year wait times in Northland average about 11 days
'We're in limbo': Far North residents slam Govt over slow Mangamuka work
Locals and mayor 'incredibly frustrated' with no end in sight for SH1 opening.
'17 years of hell': Contractor owed $6m by council seeks to have their building sold
High Court gives Whangārei man permission to apply to sell council buildings over debt.
Are we making our boys too tough? Flipping the script on family violence
Research shows links between family violence and the rigid rules of masculinity.
Think your car was stolen? Think again
Police explain why your stolen car isn't deemed stolen according to law.
Family's day-out tragedy: Parents, baby killed in crash; 6yo son orphaned
A Northland family was returning home from a birthday party when tragedy struck.
Only 'patches' are left: A deep dive into the state of our scallops
The Advocate investigates the situation we are facing and the chances things will improve.
Man arrested, $800K of stolen property seized
A 35-year-old man is facing 26 charges over the stolen property.
Crack up: Northlander finds rare egg within an egg
The phenomenon is a result of a timing issue with egg-laying.
Courtroom erupts following different verdicts for Whangārei brothers charged with murder
One Whangārei brother guilty of murder while his brother acquitted of same charge.
St John Cadet training sees Northland nine-year-old save grandmother's life
Northland nine-year-old saves Gran's life thanks to her St John Cadet training.
Shane Reti: Public won't like it if Three Waters legislation is rushed through
MP Shane Reti has concerns over the haste of the Three Waters legislation.
Northland seniors fight back against scammers
Scams accounted for a financial loss of $11.9 million last year.
Two men in custody after house catches fire during Northland drug bust
Two men are in custody after a house caught fire during a drug bust in Northland.
Four-day work week attracts Northlander home from Aussie
The four-day work week is gaining momentum across the globe - including Whangārei.
'Mum's going in': Whangārei woman plunges into raging waters to save horses
Mum recounts her and daughter's heroic efforts to save horses from drowning in flood.
Floodwaters submerge sleeping tourists' car
Northland storm sees dramatic rescue as floodwaters swamp cars at reserve
'No-one should have to go through what I did': Kerikeri son's 57km run for mum
Oscar McCallion shares his personal story to help others with their mental health journey.